CTG is seeking to fill an Application Architect opening for our client in North Carolina. Location: Remote Duration: 15 months Duties: Assess client mainframe environments and define strategies for modernization. Develop detailed roadmaps for mainframe modernization initiatives, including in-place modernization and migration to cloud platforms. Recommend and implement modernization tools, technologies, and best practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution of modernization projects. Provide architecture guidance for mainframe hardware, storage, networking, and disaster recovery solutions. Design solutions that integrate with enterprise tools such as ServiceNow and Jira. Support scripting and automation efforts to streamline processes and improve efficiency. Skills: Strong expertise in mainframe modernization strategies and technologies. Proficiency with mainframe hardware infrastructure (z15/z16/HMC/DS8000/TS7700/TS4500/FlashSystems). Knowledge of Cisco or Brocade SAN switches, storage fabric, and management tools (SANNAV). Experience with firewalls, proxy policy management, and enterprise disaster recovery. Proficiency in high availability, data replication technologies, and Unix/Linux/Bash/SSH. In-depth knowledge of IBM z/OS (Mainframe) and z/VM (zLinux). Familiarity with Mainframe IO GEN and FICON. Experience with ServiceNow (incident, change management, CMDB) and Jira. Ability to script with Linux BASH, Python, and RESTful APIs. Experience: Demonstrated experience in designing and executing mainframe modernization projects. Hands-on expertise with mainframe systems and enterprise infrastructure components. Proven ability to lead technical discussions and develop modernization roadmaps. Prior experience integrating mainframe systems with cloud technologies is highly desirable. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Equivalent experience may be considered. Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required. CTG does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee based recruitment services for this role. To Apply: To be considered, please apply directly to this requisition using the link provided. For additional information, please contact JoAnn Abramo at JoAnn.Abramo@ctg.com. Kindly forward this to any other interested parties. Thank you! The expected base salary for this position ranges from $90,000 to $110,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, market factors, and where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. In addition to salary, a competitive benefit package is also offered. About CTG CTG, a Cegeka company, is at the forefront of digital transformation, providing IT and business solutions that accelerate project momentum and deliver desired value. Over nearly 60 years, we have earned a reputation as a faster and more reliable, results-driven partner. Our vision is to be an indispensable partner to our clients and the preferred career destination for digital and technology experts. CTG leverages the expertise of over 9,000 team members in 19 countries to provide innovative solutions. Together, we operate across the Americas, Europe, and India, working in close cooperation with over 3,000 clients in many of today's highest-growth industries. For more information, visit www.ctg.com. Our culture is a direct result of the people who work at CTG, the values we hold, and the actions we take. In other words, our people define our culture. It's a living, breathing thing that is renewed every day through the ways we engage with each other, our clients, and our communities. Part of our mission is to cultivate a workplace that attracts and develops the best people, reflected by our recognition as a Great Place to Work Certified™ company across many of our global operations. CTG will consider for employment all qualified applicants including those with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws. CTG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CTG will assure equal opportunity and consideration to all applicants and employees in recruitment, selection, placement, training, benefits, compensation, promotion, transfer, and release of individuals without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other discriminatory factors as required by law. CTG is fully committed to promoting employment opportunities for members of protected classes.